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Why this role matters: This role provides the final set of eyes on every piece of video content that AP publishes across platforms, and represents our last line of defense to ensure that our output meets AP’s journalistic standards for accuracy, speed, balance and fact-based, objective reporting.
What you will do: You will be a key member of AP’s new 24/7 global production hub, as the final set of eyes on every piece of video content that AP publishes across platforms. You will ensure that AP’s video edits and metadata meet its journalistic standards for accuracy, speed, balance and fact-based, objective reporting, whether they are intended for AP customers or online audiences. You will review video edits and scripts and craft sharp headlines and punchy leads. You will offer guidance and support to producers on editorial and technical standards, including best practices in storyline writing and video editing structure.
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Deep experience in creating compelling visual narratives, and superb technical skills in video production to ensure the correct structure, flow, and technical quality of video edits.
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Advanced-level professional competency in written and spoken English, including strong writing skills to review and edit headlines, story summaries, shot lists and other metadata for accuracy, clarity and quality.
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, such as at least three years of full-time experience at a daily newspaper, broadcast station, online or digital news outlet, or an AP bureau or regional desk.
Application deadline is August 1, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET.
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